1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Impulse would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Impulse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Impulse | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
